Polar Bears of Churchill | November 2 - 7, 2026

Each fall, about 1,000 polar bears of all ages congregate around the seaport town of Churchill while they wait for wintertime’s sea ice to form over the Hudson Bay. Join alumni and friends from November 2 to 7, 2026, for an unforgettable adventure to witness this extraordinary annual phenomenon.

With an expert naturalist as your guide, observe polar bears interacting and playing from the comfort of a custom-designed Arctic Crawler. Exclusive educational experiences distinguish this program, including presentations by experts at Churchill’s Northern Studies Centre and your local guide.

Much like the bears themselves, visitors make their way to Churchill each fall when temperatures drop, brimming with anticipation. The reward: experiences of a lifetime including a special opportunity to witness one of the largest confluences of polar bears in the world. During this six-day journey, it is possible to observe polar bears interact and play from a custom-designed Arctic Crawler. On this wildlife expedition, surrounded by experts and featuring up-close experiences, be part of an extraordinary natural phenomenon and unforgettable adventure.

Space is limited, and will be shared with participants from cosponsoring alumni associations. Please contact the CAA Travel Study Program office at (866) 325-8664 or at [email protected] for more details or request a reservation today.